Missing Numbers 1 to 20 Quiz, Games & Worksheets For Nursery

📚 Missing Numbers 1 to 20 Worksheets for Nursery Kids

Learning number sequences is an important early mathematics skill. Our missing numbers 1 to 20 worksheet activities help nursery children identify numbers in the correct order and recognise which numbers are missing from simple counting patterns. These activities build on number recognition and counting practice.

The WitKnowLearn resource is listed as a six-page collection of missing number worksheets for nursery kids. Children can use the printable worksheets alongside the online quiz and interactive number games to practise number order in different ways.

🔢 What Are Missing Number Worksheets?

Missing number worksheets contain number sequences with one or more empty spaces. Children identify the missing numeral and write it in the correct position. For example, in the sequence 4, 5, __, 7, the missing number is 6.

These exercises encourage children to count forwards, recognise neighbouring numbers and notice simple numerical patterns. For nursery learners, the most suitable starting point is usually a sequence of consecutive counting numbers.

📝 Missing Numbers 1 to 10 Worksheets

Children who are beginning to learn number order can start with numbers from 1 to 10. Simple exercises such as 1, 2, __, 4 and 6, __, 8 introduce the idea of finding a missing numeral.

Teachers can support learning with number cards, counting blocks or a number chart. Encourage children to say the sequence aloud before selecting or writing an answer.

🔟 Missing Numbers 11 to 20 Worksheets

After children become confident with smaller numbers, they can practise sequences from 11 to 20. Examples include 11, 12, __, 14 and 17, __, 19. These activities reinforce the counting order of teen numbers.

Repeated practice helps children distinguish numbers such as 12 and 20 and become familiar with the complete sequence from 1 to 20.

➡️ What Comes After Number Activities

In what comes after activities, children identify the next number in a counting sequence. For example, the number after 9 is 10, and the number after 16 is 17.

A number line can make this easier to understand. Children move one step forward to find the next number.

⬅️ What Comes Before Number Activities

What comes before worksheets help children recognise the number immediately preceding another number. For example, the number before 8 is 7, and the number before 20 is 19.

Teachers can demonstrate this concept by moving backwards along a number chart. Children may need additional practice with backward counting because it can be less familiar than forward counting.

🧩 Missing Numbers Between Two Numbers

Another useful nursery activity is finding the number between two consecutive numbers that have one missing value. For example, the missing number between 13 and 15 is 14.

These activities help children understand how numbers are arranged and develop confidence in recognising number order.

🚂 Complete the Number Sequence Worksheets

Number sequence worksheets can be presented as trains, stepping stones, number paths or simple rows of numbers. Children fill the empty spaces to complete the sequence.

A number train can make the activity especially engaging. Each train carriage displays a number, and children identify which numeral should appear in the empty carriage.

🎮 Missing Numbers Online Quiz and Learning Games

The interactive missing numbers quiz provides 20 multiple-choice questions covering numbers from 1 to 20. Children can practise finding missing numbers, identifying before and after numbers and completing short number sequences.

The six learning games provide additional practice through tapping, selecting and typing answers. Instant feedback helps children recognise mistakes and try again. Parents and teachers can guide young learners through the activities.

✍️ How to Teach Missing Numbers to Nursery Children

Begin by asking children to count aloud from 1 to 10. Once they are comfortable, introduce short number sequences with a single missing value. Show the sequence on a number chart and let children find the missing numeral.

Gradually increase the range to 20. Use number flashcards, toy blocks, songs and interactive games to reinforce learning. Avoid introducing too many new number concepts in one session.

🌟 Benefits of Missing Number Activities

Missing number activities support early numeracy by developing number recognition, sequencing and counting skills. Children practise paying attention to the order of numerals and identifying relationships between neighbouring numbers.

These exercises also provide opportunities to follow instructions, make decisions and build confidence through repeated practice.

🖨️ Six-Page Missing Numbers 1 to 20 Worksheet PDF

The six-page WitKnowLearn missing numbers worksheet resource is intended for nursery-level number practice. Use the existing worksheet download option on this page to access the available printable material.

Parents and teachers can combine the PDF resource with the interactive quiz and games for classroom activities, homework or additional home learning.

👩‍🏫 Teaching Tips for Parents and Nursery Teachers

• Begin with numbers 1 to 5, then gradually increase the range.
• Use a visible number chart from 1 to 20.
• Encourage children to count aloud before answering.
• Introduce one missing number in a sequence before using multiple blanks.
• Use number flashcards and counting blocks for demonstrations.
• Allow children to repeat games without pressure.
• Read instructions aloud for children who are not independent readers.
• Combine online activities with printable worksheets.

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